Here are some great recipes for fun craft projects that kids enjoy.
Scented Playdough
3c. Flour
½ c. salt
2 Kool-aid Packages
2 c. boiling water
Mix dry ingredients together. Add boiling water and stir. Knead on floured board and add more flour until it feels the right consistency. Cool and store in ziploc bags.
Edible Play Dough
1 (18 oz.) Jar peanut butter
6 tbsp. Honey
Dry milk and flour to the right consistency
Mix all ingredients. Shape, decorate(raisins, nuts, etc.) and eat.
Finger Paint
1 c. flour
7/8 cup cold water
4 tbsp salt
Food coloring
Mix all ingredients(7/8 cup is 3/4 plus a few tablespoons). Paint on wax surfaced paper.
Whipped Snow
1 c. Ivory Snow Flakes
1 c. water
Mix with beater until consistency of frosting. Spread on cardboard or box with tongue depressor. Fun sensory activity.
Edible Necklace
String Froot Loops on shoe string licorice. Tie, wear and eat.